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February 10, 2014
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School Vacation Week
Deals & Promos
Valentine's Day Specials
Additional BID Links
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This Week's Featured Event
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Abigail Adams: Life, Love, and Letters at the Old South Meeting House
The Old South Meeting House is presenting a Middays at the Meeting House series of 18th Century Women in Their Own Words.
On Thursday, February 13th at 12:15 pm is Abigail Adams: Life, Love, and Letters.
Adams claimed to write with an "untutored stile," and asked her husband, John, to destroy her letters. But he saved them, which provide a unique look into the life and times of one of America's most iconic wives, mother and patriot.
Enjoy history interpreter Patricia Bridgman playing Abigail as she uses the Adams' correspondences to bring Abigail to life. Like an HBO drama, hear from the Adamses' courtship in 1764, through the years of the American Revolution, to 1778 on the eve of her husband and son's voyage to France.
There will be two more events to this series. On February 20th will be Petticoats at the Revolution, and on February 27th will be "Lett no Country Grants to be Laid Upon our Lands."
This event is $6 for adults, $5 for seniors and students, $1 for children, and free for Old South Meeting House Museum Members.
All events in this series take place at Old South Meeting House at 310 Washington St., at the intersection of Milk Street. Please enter through the museum shop entrance on Milk Street as the Washington Street entrance is temporarily closed. For more information, including directions and parking, please click here.
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Fun with History During School Vacation Week Events at the Old State House
Come to the Old State House to drop-in on any of the hands-on historical activities during the week of February 17th to the 21st. All activities are free with museum admission. Kids younger than 18 accompanied by an adult are admitted to the Old State House for FREE.
All School Vacation Week-long visitors can explore the Old State House Council Chamber with an interactive scavenger hunt. The Scavenger Hunt is available in the Council Chamber and will give kids the chance to experience what it was like to be the Royal Governor in 1764.
On Monday, February 17th, learn about 18th-Century Portraits and popular poses and props that were used in portraits of the 1700s. Visitors can then use a backdrop and props to create their own portrait. From 11 am to 2 pm.
On Tuesday, February 18th attend the Art of the Quill, during which visitors may try their hand at the art of colonial quill and ink writing. From 11 am to 2 pm.
On Wednesday, February 19th, visitors can Make Your Own Coat of Arms. During colonial times, a coat of arms was the ultimate status symbol. Come see the royal British coat of arms at the Old State House, and learn how to make your own. From 11 am to 2 pm.
And there's more free events going on during School Vacation Week at the Old State House. Click here for more info about events and the Old State House.
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Macy's One Direction Autographed Fragrance Giveaway
Enter now to win an autographed copy of boy band One Direction's new fragrance - Our Moment.
You must be 16-years-old to enter in Macy's My Valentine's Day Gift to You giveaway, and enter by 11:59 pm on February 13th to win. Eighteen winners will be announced to win the autographs of Niall, Liam, Harry, Louis and Zay, on a box of Our Moment.
Please make sure to read the fine print when entering. To win you must enter only one time, and you do so, by clicking here on Macy's Beauty Blog, and leaving ONLY one One Direction comment in the comments section. |
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Hyatt Regency Extends Discounts Past First-Ever Boston Hotel Week
Several downtown hotels are offering special deals during the first-ever Hotel Week Boston from February 16th to the 23rd. And the Hyatt Regency is extending its discounts to the 28th. Guests at the Hyatt Regency (1 Avenue de Lafayette) will receive a 20% discounted rate, overnight valet parking, and complimentary breakfast in Avenue One for children younger than 12. Reservations can be booked online here by selecting Advanced Purchase with Parking offer, or by calling 617-912-1234 and requesting Advanced Purchase with Parking. The Ritz-Carlton Boston Common is offering 25% off its Bed & Breakfast Package for Deluxe and Executive Suite. The package includes an Artisan Bistro Express American breakfast for two (inclusive of tax and gratuity), access to the Sports/Club LA housed within the same building as the hotel, and overnight valet parking. Reservations can be made online here. With 20 Boston-area hotels participating there are plenty of options and deals. Click here for Boston Hotel Week's website for more info. |
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MPPNA Meeting on February 12
The Midtown Park Plaza Neighborhood Association will meet on Wednesday, February 12th at 10 am, and will be held at the 49 Social Restaurant located at 49 Temple Place. |
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Construction & Utility Work Updates
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Construction Continues on Burnham Building, Godfrey Hotel and More
Downtown Boston is continually transforming, with new buildings rising, as well as transportation projects taking place underground and at street level. Looking for the latest updates on developments, construction, sidewalk closings, and more? Then click here.
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Internships Available
The Downtown Boston BID is seeking interested students to help out with a variety of projects. Please send cover letters and resumes to [email protected].
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BID Ambassadors Shoveling Crosswalks, Catch Basins & Handicapped Ramps
Snow? What snow? During every storm the BID's Ambassadors are out in force removing snow from Downtown Boston's crosswalks, catch basins and handicapped ramps.
Also, don't forget that all year-round BID Ambassadors will assist motorists in need of having their vehicles jumped. Our Ambassadors will bring the jumper cables, too. This service is free.
Please call 617-261-0066 to ask for help. Phone calls after 10 pm will be forwarded to the after hours dispatcher. You can also email [email protected]. |
- Cleaning and powerwashing in downtown.
- Providing walking escorts 24 hours/day: contact 617-261-0066 to arrange.
- Friendly, welcoming downtown presence: helping visitors with directions, notifying fire and police personnel of incidents, etc.
- Contact [email protected] for more.
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 City Services
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Downtown Boston BID Weekly News Update
For questions and comments, please contact David Ertischek, newsletter editor, at: [email protected] |
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Cocobeet to Reroot Your Life With Fresh Juices and Power Smoothies
When Kyle Rusconi looked for fresh plant-packed pre-made good food, he came up empty. As Rusconi (below left) did more research, he saw opening a juice and smoothie store that produces vegan, raw, and gluten-free options daily was the answer. Thus Cocobeet, now open at 100 City Hall Plaza, was born.
Rusconi's search for healthy local organic food was partly due to his wife, Lydia, being diagnosed with cancer at 35. Forced to change her diet, Lydia adopted a nearly-vegan diet. Now she asks her husband to come home with a Kale Karma or McGregor's Garden juice.
"We're the first cold-pressed juice bar in Boston," said Rusconi, above left. "It's a different way than traditional juicers on the counter." Cocobeet's cold press is actually several feet tall and takes five to eight hours to make juice, like the Spice-C or Watermelon Quench juices. Rusconi added that cold-pressed juices retain five times the nutrients than centrifugal presses that spin in a circle and are more water-based.
For more than a year, Kyle and his partner, Onur Ozkoc (above on the right) worked on perfecting their recipes. They also worked with a chef consultant to develop the food offerings that include vegan mac & cheese, vegan maki rolls, and veggie quinoa sliders.
"Our draw is the organic juices and super-food smoothies, plus the accompanying food [purchased separately]," said Rosconi.
Cocobeet also offers cleans packages, but the store's literature makes it clear, "At Cocobeet we are NOT into hard-core cleansing..."
After being open less than two weeks, it's already obvious Cocobeet's cold-pressed juices are flying off the shelves.
Rusconi said he's been surprised that the Mocha Espresso Nutmilk, the only item sold with caffeine, is doing great, too. Other breakfast options include a warm quinoa breakfast bowl with fresh Cocobeet-made granola.
Cocobeet is located at 100 City Hall Plaza. Cocobeet is open Monday to Friday from 7 am to 8 pm, on Saturdays from 9 am to 6 pm, and Sundays from 10 am to 6 pm. Call 857-263-8598, or click here for Cocobeet's Facebook page, or click here for Cocobeet's website.
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Crane Base for Millennium Tower in Place!
A noticeable addition on January 30th to the old Filene's site was the gantry crane base, which will eventually be joined by a large crane to build the eagerly-awaited Millennium Tower! Construction of the tower portion of Millennium Tower has not started yet, but crews are working in the depths of the site getting it ready.
Millennium Tower is expected to be finished in 2016, while the adjacent Burnham Building is on track to finish in the fall of this year.
Millennium Tower's estimated cost is $495-million and will feature a 625-foot tower, which will include 450 luxury residences and 95,000 sq. ft. of retail space.
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Leasing Begins at Radian Luxury Tower
Boston's new luxury tower Radian has begun leasing for its 26-story building at 120 Kingston Street.
Slated to open in May, there are 240 units of one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, ranging in sizes and prices starting at $3,000 per month. The building is situated on the Greenway.
The fifth floor exudes luxury, with a full suite of amenities, including a health club with space for yoga and pilates, a resident's lounge, a dining and conference room, large screen TVs, and a 24-hour concierge.
The street level features a 4,500 sq. ft. restaurant space with an outdoor patio and seating on the Greenway.
Click here for more information from Radian's website about leasing and the tower. |
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Valentine's Day Restaurant Specials - Make Your Reservations Now
Make your reservation soon for Valentine's Day (Friday, February 14th)! Here are five restaurants offering special dishes, deals, and of course, a romantic evening.
 Salvatore's is offering a special Valentine's Day 4-course meal for $60 per person, and add a wine pairing for $20 per person to the meal. The special menu will be available from 5 to 11 pm, but the regular menu will also be available. Reservations are strongly recommended by calling 617-542-5555. Click here for the full menu.Salvatore's is located at 545 Washington St. Petit Robert Central is offering a 3-course $33 Prix Fixe menu per person for Valentine's Day and the next day (February 15th), which also includes the full menu. Click here for the full menu. Please call 617-737-1777 to make reservations. Petit Robert Central is located at 101 Arch St., with its front entrance at 34 Summer St.
Kingston Station is offering a special menu. Click here for the special menu. Call 617-482-6282 to make reservations. Kingston Station is located at 25 Kingston St.
GEM Italian Kitchen, Nightclub & Lounge is offering a special Valentine's Day package for $95 per couple. Please call 617-482-1213 for reservations. GEM is located at 42 Province St.
Avenue One (inside the Hyatt Regency hotel) is offering a Prix Fixe menu for $60 per person, or $85 with a wine pairing. Click here to see the menu. Please call 617-912-1234 to make reservations. The Avenue One restaurant is located at One Avenue de Lafayette. |
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Arts, Entertainment & Events
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Candidate for Governor Martha Coakley Speaking for Free at Suffolk University
The Rappaport Institute's Roundtable discussion series with the candidates for Massachusetts governor continues on Tuesday, February 14th with Massachusetts Attorney General Martha Coakley.
All of the roundtable discussions are free and open to the public, but registration is required. For more information and to register click here.
The event takes places at Suffolk Law School's Sargent Hall at 120 Tremont St., in the Function Room on the 1st Floor. This event is from noon to 1:30 pm. A complimentary lunch will be served.
The next candidates will be Jeff McCormick (independent) on Wednesday, February 19th, and Evan Falchuck (United Independent Party) on Monday, February 24th. |
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African-American Patriots Tour
February is African-American History Month and the Freedom Trail Foundation offers an informative African-American Patriots Tour of the area. Led by a costumed guide, the 90-minute walking tour discusses famous African-American revolutionaries such as Cripsus Attucks, Phillis Wheatley, Prince Hall, Peter Salem, and others.  This tour is not offered regularly except during February, when it is offered Saturday and Sunday at 12:45 pm leaving from the Boston Common. The tour can be booked for a private, group or school tour anytime throughout the year. Base price school groups: $10 for the first 20 students; and $9 for everyone thereafter. Price includes one free chaperone for every 20 students. Base price for the February public tour: $13 adults (includes $1 donation to the Freedom Trail Preservation Fund); $11 students/seniors; $7 children (under 12). Online general admission tickets are good for this tour. Base price for private group tour is a $125 minimum. For more information click here. |
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Art Reception, Trunk Shows & Mosaics Class at Artists Crossing
The Artists Crossing Boston gallery is hosting three events this week, and offering a two-night mosaics class next week.  On Tuesday, February 11th, there will be a Trunk Show by Natalia Maseyva, featuring her hand-crafted silver jewelry, from 2 to 6 pm. On Wednesday, February 12th, an art reception will be held for Richard Youngstrom, from 5 to 7 pm. Youngstrom works with mosaics, wall art, and sculptures. On Thursday, February 13th, there will be a Trunk Show by Deborah MacFail, featuring her unique semi-precious gemstone jewelry, from 11 am to 3 pm. On February 18th and 19th, there will be an Introductory Mosaics Class from 6 to 8:30 pm. The cost is $90 per seat, and all tools and materials are included. The Artists Crossing is located at 431 Washington St. For more info email [email protected]. Click here for the Artists Crossing website. |
Now Showing! New Movie Classics at AMC Boston Common 19
Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan, two of America's sweethearts, first teamed up in "Sleepless in Seattle." If you haven't seen it yet, then check out AMC Boston Common 19's Classics Series.
Boston's AMC Classics series features new classic movies like "Sleepless in Seattle," which is being shown on February 12th. Click here for tickets and showtimes. Or click here for all movies showing and showtimes at AMC Boston Common 19.
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